James Pivarnik

James Pivarnik is a professor of kinesiology and
epidemiology (College of Human Medicine) and
director of the Center for Physical Activity and
Health. As an exercise physiologist and
epidemiologist, he studies the exercise responses
of females, particularly during pregnancy, and
children, both healthy and those with chronic
diseases. His focus is on the role of physical
activity in reducing the risk factors for chronic
disease development (e.g., cardiovascular disease)
and the morbidity and mortality of those suffering
from such conditions.